Trouble for makeshift stops in Eckartsberg: Parents worry!

Trouble for makeshift stops in Eckartsberg: Parents worry!

In the tranquil Eckartsberg, there is a concern for the residents, which is connected with the situation around the new makeshift stop on Löbauer Straße. The road, which represents an important connection to Zittau and the surrounding area, will remain closed until next Sunday. From Monday, the traffic will then flow on one side under traffic light control, which should bring relief for the commuters. For the possibly increased traffic in the region, however, the new use is anything but worried.

The work on the blacksmith will continue until July 2026 and during this time alternative solutions had to be found for public transport. Maintenance stops for buses have been set up, including in front of the Büchner car dealerships. However, parents are concerned about the security of their children who have to wait for school at these provisional stops. District spokesman Kevin Schlei said that these locations were selected due to a lack of alternatives and that one was careful to enable the passengers a shorter route without a sidewalk.

accident story gives cause for concern

The makeshift stop was located exactly in the place where a tragic accident happened in September 2024, in which a passenger lost her life. Four years earlier there was another fatal accident in the same place. These tragic incidents have significantly increased the parents' worry barometer. Schlei pointed out that bus line 10 only runs over Löbauer Straße, which also complicated the decision for the provisional stop. Suggestions on the part of the parents to reduce the makeshift stop failed, since a regular stop nearby itself would not be optimal for the students.

Current statistics show that traffic accidents are not just a local problem. Comprehensive examinations of the traffic safety situation provide data that are important for legislation and traffic education. According to Destatis, these statistics are first-class foundations for the development of measures to improve traffic safety.

traffic safety in focus

Restrictions on the speed limits are also part of the discussion: a top speed of 50 km/h applies at the affected area. One would like to worry about future measures and possible speed adjustments after the construction work has been completed. It remains to be seen whether these steps can really improve the long -term safety of passengers and in particular the children.

The developments related to the makeshift stop and the associated security concerns show how important it is to find solutions that are not only at short notice, but also sustainable. The dialogue between the authorities and the population is crucial to regain trust and avoid tragic incidents in the future.